Instead of the boring basics, ask for something you really needs this holiday season with ACE Performance Grooming Tools! No more faking “Oh you shouldn’t have” comments as you tear the wrapping paper off. With masculine grooming tools for every part of the body, all ACE products are man-sized because those dainty tools you found in the women’s aisle just won’t cut it. So, as holiday shopping falls upon you, look no further than ACE for stocking stuffers and presents that’ll give your guy some holiday cheer.

ACE Excursion Bag [$15.99] With a tough, nylon shell to ensure that nothing gets crushed and collapsible sides that allow him to squeeze it into the tightest luggage, the ACE Excursion Bag is the ultimate carry-all for his grooming tools and wet goods. Even better, it contains two compartments for separating tools from toiletries and a mesh pocket to secure loose items.

ACE Fogless Shower Mirror [$15.99] Give your man the gift of a close shave with this Fogless Shower Mirror that contains patented technology to keep it crystal clear even in the hottest shower. With heavy-duty suction cups that easily attach to the shower wall and a hook for hanging the razor, it’s got everything he needs for a close shave with no clean up involved!

ACE Dual Action Trimmer [$21.99] Whether the guy in your life is a Jude Law or a Jack Black when it comes to grooming habits, every man needs a little maintenance. With one end that trims sideburns, facial and neck hair and another end with a rotating head for hard-to-reach ear and nose hair, the Dual Action Trimmer is battery-powered and easy to use no matter where you are.

ACE Toenail Clippers [$7.99] We know you can’t stand seeing unsightly toe nails on your man, so give him the ACE Toenail Clippers to ensure that his nails are clean cut. Men’s toenails are naturally thicker than women’s, so these Clippers contain stainless steel construction, a power cut lever for cutting thick nails, a built-in clippings catcher and straight blades to avoid ingrown toenails.

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By Greg Melville for Men’s Life Today

Remember that guy in middle school with all the back hair? He probably had a nickname like “werewolf” or “yeti.” And he had no choice but to learn the art of body shaving, better known as manscaping, at an early age (or it’s possible that he was so scarred from the locker room jokes that he turned into a recluse and didn’t bother).

Now that you’re older and pumping out more testosterone than when you sneaked into PG-13 movies, the subject of body hair isn’t quite as funny. Whether or not to shave — and where — is entirely personal. But being clean and tidy is definitely in.

“It is one of those things that men are finally comfortable talking about,” says Dr. Lisa Kellett, a dermatologist. “Many men are acquiring a more tailored, less hairy look.”

Successful manscaping without nicks or ingrown hairs involves somewhat different strategies than those used for shaving the face. Here are tips for clearing hair — all the way down to the groin, where it can sometimes be hard to spot the lion in the tall grass.

Anywhere
Always manscape after or during a shower so the skin and hair is completely softened. To get an even smoother shave, shear any long hair with an electric trimmer or scissors, says Dr. Jeffrey Benabio, a dermatologist and skin care expert. Then apply shaving gel or cream and use a razor that adjusts to the shape of your body. Rinse it often.

Armpits
Remember the cardinal rule of shaving: don’t apply pressure with the razor. To avoid nicks and ingrown hairs, let it glide across the skin. When you’re finished, avoid an alcohol-based deodorant for a while: It’ll irritate.

Chest
Sure, women shave against the grain on their legs, but don’t follow their lead, especially on the chest, where the skin is softer. Glide the razor mostly downhill except around the nipples — you’ll need to be extra careful here. (Losing a nipple would make for lots of stares at the beach — not the good kind.) Follow the hair’s varying directions and be sure not to nick the coarse skin.

Back
Don’t try this alone. The person shaving should merely follow the advice above (shave with grain, let razor glide, etc.). A few more words of wisdom, though: don’t ask a girl to do this on your first date.

Groin
Again, cut the hair short first. Then use a fresh blade, pulling the skin as taut and flat as possible. Use only light, short strokes. These last tips are especially important when clearing the brush around the tree, so to speak. There’s no real danger to hitting any veins or lopping anything off in this, um, especially sensitive area.

Still, nicks are easier to get if you’re not meticulous. When you’re done, use moisturizer or else the area could itch for days and result in ingrown hairs — the manscape from which there’s no escape.

Greg Melville is a former Men’s Journal editor who has written about grooming for several publications, including Men’s Health.